KMC Smart Plug Mini 4-Pack, Wi-Fi Outlets for Smart Home, Remote Control Lights and Devices from Anywhere, No Hub Required, ETL Certified, Works with Alexa and Google Home

Works pretty well. UPDATE:KMC responded promptly to my inquiry, asking for further clarification of the problem, but in the meantime I figured out how to reset the plug and it’s apparently working fine now. Not sure what caused the connection problem; maybe a glitch in the wifi, or a power surge, or maybe someone unplugged it and then plugged it back in. Whatever the cause, it resolved when I plugged the thing in and held the button until it blinked, at which point I just had to go through the “add device” procedure on Smart Life and then on Alexa. I’m adding back a star because the problem was fixable and the company was ready to step in. It would be five stars if not for the hassle involved in reconnecting it and the fact that it’s still not clear what caused it to stop working.ORIGINAL POST:These smart plugs work with Alexa through the Smart Life app. In general, they all worked pretty well, although there’s an audible click when they turn on or off, and a second or two of delay.However, the first one we installed lasted less than a month before it became completely unresponsive. The LED indicator light, which is supposed to indicate that the plug is working, suddenly became dim. I’m waiting to hear back from KMC to see if they’ll replace it. I’ll update this review with the results. Meanwhile, the Smart Life app doesn’t offer any obvious way to delete a device, so I had to rename this one from “bedroom lamp” to “defective” in order to replace it with a spare.

You’ll have to install an additional app. Yes, you will have to install an additional app on your mobile device before Alexa will ‘talk’ to the smart plugs. But after following the instructions I find that they work pretty well. It’s so rewarding to lay in bed and control the lights.

The Clapper of the 21st Century. My generation was treated to endless commercials advertising The Clapper (“Clap on! Clap off!”) and, at that time, it was mildly intriguing. But we were young, spry teenagers who had no particular reason to want lamps or TVs or other devices turned on and off remotely. Fast-forward 35 years and here we are… sluggish, exhausted from decades of mind-numbing adulting, only wanting to sit on our sofas and sob quietly in between sips of alcohol and handfuls of ibuprofen. Thankfully, our smart phones can do so much more than just scroll pictures of cute kittens and TikTok videos. They can also be used to control your lamps and other devices, even if you don’t have one of them fancy Alexa type thingys watching your every move. This particular product was very easy to understand and set up with only a phone app and a WiFi connection. No need for any other infrastructure. Once the app is downloaded and linked to each smart plug, it’s super simple to figure out how to turn the plug on/off, and even to set up daily or weekly on/off schedules. I didn’t read any of the instructions because I’m a typical adult male, and I’m tired. Hence, this self-explanatory product was perfect for me.As a recreational electrician, I would add that these smart plugs should probably not be used to control large-draw appliances such as air conditioners, washing machines, bandsaws, refrigerators, drill presses, pizza ovens, deep fryers, space heaters, etc. Stick to lamps and such.Clap on, friends.

These work very well – a little too big though. First off – definitely buy these, because they do what they say they will, and they make life a whole lot easier (and your home more aesthetically pleasing). Note that I am only using them with the KMC Smart app (not Alexa, voice, or other options), so this review speaks solely to functionality on that app (installed on iPhone).The Negative:1. They are a bit large; if you are installing them on a crowded strip, or even a wall plate with a tight squeeze with a neighboring plug, you may not be able to fit them.2. Slow to pair initially, and sometimes you have to repeat the process before the app connects.3. Sometimes the app shows the connection as offline for no reason. Restarting the app helps. Just a little but annoying glitch.4. You can create a setting that turns ON at a specific time of day (good for Christmas lights), but for some reason, adding a second commend to turn OFF doesn’t work.5. I read that they lose all functionality after a blackout, so you have to start from scratch in that instance (pain in the you know what when you have several). However I haven’t experienced this personally (very few blackouts in my area).The Positive:1. Well-priced at around $5 apiece2. App is easy to use3. Name each plug whatever you like4. Eliminate the need to keep unsightly cords and switches accessible/visible in your space

Easy to use; Works well with Alexa. I was going to buy a timer for my seedlings so that my grow lights will go on at 5 anm and go off at 9 pm. But then a gardening YouTuber suggested that I use a Smart plug with my Alexa. So I ended up buying this plug which was much cheaper than a timer plug or power strip. And I can control everything from the Alexa app on my phone. I’m very happy that I did.